You and your therapist will discuss the desired outcome of your session to determine which areas of your body require the most attention. Soft, soothing music will be played to help you relax and the therapist will leave you to undress to your own level of comfort. You will then lie on the massage table and cover yourself with the clean sheet and blankets provided. You will remain properly draped during the entire session to keep you warm and comfortable. Lotion is used to allow your muscles to be massaged without causing excessive friction to the skin. In a general Swedish Massage, your session may begin with broad, flowing strokes that will help calm your nervous system and relax muscle tension. As your body becomes relaxed, pressure will gradually be increased. It is important to communicate with your therapist if you feel any discomfort so that another approach may be taken. Therapeutic Massage is most effective when your body is not resisting. When your massage is complete your therapist will leave the room to allow for you to re-dress. Your therapist will then provide you with water and ask if you have any questions or concerns about your massage or future massages. After your massage you will feel relaxed and you may feel relief from long-term aches and pains. For the first 24 hours after a deep tissue massage, you may feel a little sore or achy. This is a normal response due to toxins releasing from your soft tissue, it is highly recommended that you drink plenty of water following any massage. After that time, you will feel increased energy, heightened awareness and greater productivity.

It is important that you inform your therapist of any health problems or medications you are taking prior to your massage.